Image:Carl Jenkinson: Is still pinching himself that he plays football for Premier League side Arsenal
Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has admitted he still pinches himself to appreciate that he plays for the Gunners.
Gunners youngster thrilled with meteoric rise
Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has admitted he still pinches himself to appreciate that he plays for the Gunners.
The young defender was snapped up by manager Arsene Wenger over the summer in a surprise deal with Charlton.
Jenkinson is seen as one for the future, although he has been utilised heavily already this term due to a raft of defensive injuries.
The 19-year-old admits he is still coming to terms with his meteoric rise up the ranks, stating it is a big achievement considering where he was playing.
Appreciation
"Sometimes, I just have to take a step back and really appreciate where I am," he told Arsenal Player.
"From me to come to where I was to playing in the Premier League is obviously a big achievement for me.
"But the main thing I have to pinch myself about is that I'm actually playing for Arsenal.
"I can't really portray how special that is for a fan of the club and for someone who comes from a family that loves Arsenal so much.
"It's just a great thing to be becoming a part of Arsenal's history. Long may it continue."
